The ideal candidate for a Case Manager is a person who is energetic, upbeat, and highly motivated. We are looking for a detail-oriented candidate with strong organization, time management, and problem-solving abilities. The ability to exercise good judgment in difficult situations and a fast-paced environment is essential.
Consider joining our team of compassionate, hard-working, and caring staff that empower and support people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, including autism. Lifeworks provides innovative opportunities and services to adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
Summary
Create and maintain a sense of community among participants, family, staff and co-workers. Focus on enhancing participants’ self-esteem and independence through opportunities for choice and decision making. Maximize opportunities for community integration. Provide outstanding support and service that will increase the individuals' self-sufficiency and independence. Serve as a role model for others through positive and respectful interactions with all members of our community. Listen and observe. Seek out and pay attention to the preferences and interests of participants. Complies with all principles of Human Rights, D.P.P.C., Department of Developmental Services, the Division of Medical Assistance and all other applicable funding regulations as adhered to by Lifeworks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Provide individual and small group instruction in self-care, activities of daily living, communication, social and motor skills.
Provide direct care for ADLs and group activities. Lift and transfer individuals as appropriate to their needs.
Coordinate services with Interdisciplinary Team.
Communicate respectfully and pro-actively with families, residential staff and all members of participants’ teams.
Develop and implement Day Habilitation Service Plans (DHSP), Including:
Maintain progress notes and document progress on objectives
Maintain assigned participant records so that all information is current and filed appropriately
Write bi-annual and annual summaries
Complete all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner
Participate in scheduled supervision sessions with Assistant Director.
Participate in program-wide staff meetings and case review meetings as scheduled.
Participate in team meetings regarding general program development, including curriculum development and schedules.
Demonstrate good computer skills and ability to learn to utilize the agency’s computer programs for documentation of necessary data.
Attend in-service trainings as required.
Work in a team environment.
Multitask and prioritize tasks.
Strong written and verbal communication skills along with excellent interpersonal skills.
Comply with all applicable State and Federal regulations, agency policies and procedures, and personnel practices.
Protect the health and safety of all participants and staff.
Performs other duties as requested by supervisor(s).
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
BA/BS in Human Services /related field or associate degree plus 3 years related experience with persons with ID/DD or Human Services or HS Diploma/GED plus 5 years of related experience with persons with ID/DD or human services.
Excellent Benefits Package That Includes
403(B) matching up to 3%
Excellent Salary
$2,000 Staff Retention Bonus, payable after 4 & 6 months of employment
Health Insurance with 2 plan choices and a 75% employer contribution. Benefits available upon hire
Dental, Vision, and Short-Term disability insurance is available
4.4 weeks of Paid Time Off in your first year of employment
Long-Term Disability insurance & Life Insurance free for employees
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,474.00 per year
Benefits
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
License/Certification
Valid driver’s license & personal vehicle required.